With unemployment at 5.2%, Conservatives argue Labour’s job taxes deter hiring and ambition, saying millions want work to pay. They urge tax changes to boost take‑home pay and incentives, framing this as key to growth and fairness.

Senior Conservatives accuse the PM of planning a Brexit reset that would tie the UK to EU rules, carry high exit costs and bind future governments, risking sovereignty and higher taxpayer bills. Supporters say closer alignment could stabilise trade and relations.

Campaigners warn overnight dimming or switch-offs of street lights to save money are putting women and girls at risk and increasing collision rates. Councils are urged to prioritise well‑lit routes where people walk, travel and wait, and to restore lighting between 1am and 5am.

A George Cross holder, 88, backs a call for a new medal recognising emergency workers injured in the line of duty. He says formal honours would acknowledge sacrifice and lift morale across police, fire, ambulance and other services.